There are buildings that can harness the power of the sun, sway along with high winds and shake to the rhythm of earthquakes. Now there are at least a few that can eat smog. Nemesi...

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the demand for construction laborers and helpers will continue to increase at a faster rate than the average for all other occupations...

Construction sites present many dangers to workers: to cite two key statistics, approximately 4,500 construction workers die each year because of job-related accidents, and another...

3D laser scanning reveals hidden truths behind potentially expensive or dangerous unknowns. One of the biggest threats to a construction schedule and budget is the unknown. For...

Is this the right path for your next project? Traditional construction managements usually takes one of two paths: an owner either signs a contract with an architect or engineer to...

With wind speeds up to 300 miles per hour, tornadoes can chew up anything in their path — including a construction site. Spring and summer are the peak seasons for these swirling...

Walk onto most any job site and you'll likely find one of the construction industry’s most recognized feature: the job site trailer. This is where supervisors and managers meet to...

Plumbing “projects” often present themselves when you least expect them, and if you plan to do them yourself, you may need to act fast, which means being prepared with the right...

Consider this: the United States discards approximately 11 million tons of asphalt shingles each year. By using recycled asphalt shingles in highway construction, the country both...

When working with brick, tile or concrete, these tips will help weekend warriors master basic techniques and avoid masonry missteps. Repairing brick walls: Choosing a repointing...